by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find the current tuition and fees at Carolina University, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the latest reported year, tuition and fees at Carolina University were $17,575 per year for undergraduates. There is no in-state discount at this school.
Within that total, required fees were $2,875; the remainder is straight tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $14,700 |
| Fees | $2,875 |
| Total | $17,575 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and leave out room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would Carolina University cost if you attend part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
For some context, here is how Carolina University tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In NC | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Inexpensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Carolina University is fairly typical on price.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. See the Carolina University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Here’s how tuition at Carolina University has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $12,600 |
| Two Years Ago | $12,600 |
| One Year Ago | $13,400 |
| Most Recent Year | $14,700 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Piedmont International University has moved over recent reported years.
Most recently, tuition moved up 9.7%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $19,280 the year ahead.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional information.
Averaged across those years, tuition and fees increased by 6.89%, which puts the figure next year near $18,785.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $18,785 |
| In 2 Years | $20,079 |
| In 3 Years | $21,462 |
| In 4 Years | $22,940 |
| In 5 Years | $24,520 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $83,266.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For a closer look at aid at Carolina University, see the Carolina University Financial Aid page.
